What grades does WALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

As a Primary school, WALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves students in WALLS, MS. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is WALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

You can find WALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in WALLS, MS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at WALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

At WALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, there are approximately 12.9 students for every teacher.

What schools are in WALLS, MS?

WALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is among the schools serving WALLS, MS. The school is part of the local school system.

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WALLS, MS 38680

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Mon

Pathways Testing: ELAexamDistrict-wide

Sep

Wed

1st Nine Week Exams: 3rd and 4th blockexamDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

Pathways Testing: BiologyexamDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

1st Nine Week Exams: make-upsexamDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Holidays (All)HolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

725

Student:Teacher

12.9:1

Locale

Rural

District

DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST

Econ. Disadvantaged

71.3%

Phone

(662)781-1280

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

26%

31th percentile in MS

Math Proficiency

24%

32th percentile in MS

Chronic Absenteeism

7.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

101 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.9:1

Near average in MS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

723

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

98% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$9,525

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$5,744

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$11,694

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 14%State 52%Local 34%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$240,977

-0.3% 1yr+27.5% 5yr

Memphis, TN metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

17.1%

Below 150% poverty line

4.4%

Unemployment rate

9.0%

Uninsured residents

8.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

5,266

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

4,945

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,322 (27%)

Other Health Impairment

1,093 (22%)

Autism

738 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

520 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

249 (5%)

Intellectual Disability

143 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

722

Current enrollment

Stable(-4% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 28, 2026

Pathways Testing: ELA

exam

Wed, Sep 30, 2026

1st Nine Week Exams: 3rd and 4th block

exam

Thu, Oct 1, 2026

Pathways Testing: Biology

exam

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST. WALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	HSES Homecoming Week - Dress as Your Favorite Season or HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day Holiday (All)District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Pathways Testing: ELADistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	1st Nine Week Exams: 3rd and 4th blockDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Pathways Testing: BiologyDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	1st Nine Week Exams: make-upsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Holidays (All)District-wide	Holiday	—
Sat, Dec 5, 2026	18th Annual Christmas Craft Fair Sponsored by SHS Art Boosters District-wide Free admission to the event!  Vendor Applications available for $40 booth fee, $25 food truck fee. E-mail: Jacqueline.oneal@dcsms.org or AHendricks@desotocountyms.gov for more information	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Christmas BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Christmas Parties District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Break (ALL)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Holidays (All)District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Student HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Student HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday (All)District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day Holiday (ALL)District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Spring Break (All)District-wide	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Good Friday Holiday (All)District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Easter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Easter Holiday (All)District-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	Paraprofessional Appreciation Day District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Administrative Professionals Day District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Apr 26, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Reading (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Tue, Apr 27, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 4th Grade Reading (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Apr 28, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Writing (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Thu, Apr 29, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 4th Grade Writing (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	MAAP State Testing - Make-ups (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Science (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 4th Grade Math (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Math (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	MAAP State Testing - Make-ups (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day Holiday District-wide	Holiday	—